There are many opportunities to get involved to help better the City of Alexandria. Opportunities include serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, providing input on a new City project or speaking at a City Council meeting.

Historic Alexandria is a treasure trove of early structures, artifacts, and records that creates a unique way of life for its citizens and provides enjoyment for thousands of people who visit this special community every year. The City continues to add resources to its collection of local and nationally designated historic districts.

Agencies and programs that help maintain our safety and overall quality of life. These links contain information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.

The City provides a number of services to residents, including refuse collection and recycling. In addition, the City is responsible for maintaining streets, sidewalks, bridges, and other infrastructure in the City.

Did you know that ACPS is one of the most diverse school systems in the country? Our students come from more than 80 different countries, speak more than 60 languages, and represent a myriad of ethnic and cultural groups. The Alexandria Library is an educational, user-oriented service institution providing free public access to recorded knowledge and ideas.

The City provides public assistance as a safety net for individuals and families, including help with homelessness prevention, food, rent, utilities, medical coverage and prescriptions, job training and placement assistance, and much more.

If you are looking for small-town charm and big-city amenities, Alexandria is the place to find them. Alexandria has a fascinating history, and many of its historic buildings are still preserved today. The City's many historic homes, churches, businesses, and museums allow residents and visitors alike to experience the past that makes it the charming town it is today.

Alexandria is a desirable location to live, work and play. The City owns many of the premier historic sites in Alexandria and it is charged with the conservation, interpretation and promotion of these links to the past.

Alexandria is an active community that offers more than 900 acres of parks and dedicated public space, and a wide variety of neighborhood and recreation centers, pools, dog parks, farmers' markets, waterfront activities and more.

Ideally located just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., Alexandria is nationally recognized as one of the best places to live and do business on the east coast. Learn how we can help you start or relocate your business in Alexandria, and access resources for existing businesses and commuters.

Alexandria offers wide range of job opportunities and services. Work for City government or City Public Schools, find out about an internship opportunity or learn about workforce development and career training options.

Call.Click.Connect., the City’s online customer service system, allows customers to submit service requests, report problems, search for information, or find the right contact to call for various issues and topics of interest.

Alexandria offers wide range of job opportunities and services. Work for City government or City Public Schools, find out about an internship opportunity or learn about workforce development and career training options.

Alexandria is an active community that offers more than 900 acres of parks and dedicated public space, and a wide variety of neighborhood and recreation centers, pools, dog parks, farmers' markets, waterfront activities and more.

Agencies and programs that help maintain our safety and overall quality of life. These links contain information about the City of Alexandria's law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations, courts and judicial system.

The City provides a number of services to residents, including refuse collection and recycling. In addition, the City is responsible for maintaining streets, sidewalks, bridges, and other infrastructure in the City.

The City provides public assistance as a safety net for individuals and families, including help with homelessness prevention, food, rent, utilities, medical coverage and prescriptions, job training and placement assistance, and much more.

The Alexandria City Council is composed of a Mayor and six Council members who are elected at-large for three-year terms. The Mayor, who is chosen on a separate ballot, presides over meetings of the Council and serves as the ceremonial head of government.

The City of Alexandria has a strong commitment to citizen participation as evidenced by the number of citizen boards and commissions established by City Council. These bodies compose a formal system through which citizens can advise City Council on all major issues affecting the City.

There are many opportunities to get involved to help better the City of Alexandria. Opportunities include serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, providing input on a new City project or speaking at a City Council meeting.

The City government acts with integrity in an open process, and provides timely access to clear, trustworthy information, presented and employed by all parties from the beginning to the end of the process, including the reasoning that leads to and supports the policy conclusion.

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Financial Education Campaign “Kick-Off Seminar”

The City of Alexandria and the Alexandria Dollar Wi$e Committee are presenting a free Financial Education Campaign “Kick-Off Seminar” from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 31 at Mount Vernon School, 2601 Commonwealth Ave. The event marks the beginning of the financial education and literacy program for the City.

Participants will be able to hear opening remarks from Mayor Euille and a presentation from David G. Speck, a nationally recognized authority in the field of mutual fund investing and a specialist in individual investment planning and tax-advantaged investments. Mr. Speck, a former member of the Alexandria City Council and a former member of the Virginia House of Delegates, was named one of ten outstanding brokers in the United States by “Registered Representative,” the trade journal of the brokerage industry. The topic of Speck’s presentation is “The Secret of Financial Health—Hint: It Does Not Come from Winning the Lottery.”

Afterwards, participants can choose a workshop to attend:

Creative Savings Strategies

Decreasing Your Debt

The Dangers of Pay Day Loans

Managing Your Money (conducted in Spanish, this will be an overview of the first three workshops)

Representatives from BB&T Bank, Commonwealth 1, Shiloh Baptist Church Credit Union and the National Urban League will be available to field questions and distribute information. For additional information on the kickoff event, call Darryl Edwards at 703.838.4350.

In-depth training will be available beginning in February, covering such topics as banking services and checking accounts, how to keep track of your money, why you should save, your rights as a consumer, how your credit history affects your credit future, guidelines for smart borrowing, and how to manage debt, among other topics. Training for youths will also be available.

The Dollar Wi$e campaign is an initiative of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and Alexandria has been a participant the last two years. The Alexandria Dollar Wi$e Committee consists of representatives from community groups, local financial institutions, and staff.

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the City’s Human Rights Code and the American’s with Disabilities Act. To request a reasonable accommodation or to request materials in an alternate format, please call david.delrosario@alexandriava.gov, 703.838.4350 (TTY/TDD 703.838.5056).